This is an amazing 2.5 hour circular walk that will take you through unknown valleys and up onto the hilltops with great views to the sea. There is one short climb and the stream has to be crossed but there are stepping stones.

10.30am start meet at the cafe Belo Horizonte. Take the A22 and exit for Odiaxere/Mx Grande drive into Odiaxere and trun right at the lights in the centre. Follow the signs for the ‘barragem’ drive for about 5km and after passing a road to the left to Colinas Verdes the cafe is up on the right.

All are welcome to come along - there is no need to book .....

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Albufeira is the tourist capital of Portugal’s Algarve coast and has some of the most spectacular beaches. It is a 2000 year old town that will not cease to surprise you with its splendor, charm, and people.

Visitors
Albufeira is the holiday destination for everyone and there are no specific age groups that are targetted. People from various age groups and nationalities or countries visit Albufeira during the season and also in off season. Every one from retired couples to honeymooners, families, teenagers and young children come here to have their share of sun, sand and fun.

Season
Albufeira is a popular holiday destination not only because of the beach but also because it has a pleasant climate where the temperatures vary from ......

Catering for the west and north west of Ireland, the charter programme to the Algarve takes the hassle out of travelling for local holidaymakers, cutting travel time and making package holidays to Portugal all the more enjoyable. Seats are now on sale with the first charter for 2010 set to take off on May 6. What’s more, as part of the Thomas Cook Group, Sunworld Holidays offers fully bonded flights and holidays, meaning you can rest assured that your holiday to the sun is secure. With a choice of 12 stunning resorts along the sun-drenched Algarve coastline, a week’s holiday is available for as little as €299 (price based on four adults sharing). It’s time to grab Sunworld’s dedicated Portugal brochure and get booking.

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The Captain Hook Cruise is something you won’t want to miss. You will have the opportunity to sail along the Algarve coast on a boat made to look like a pirate ship with sails. You will see the beautiful beaches and rock formations that are incredible.

The cruise will stop along the way to give those who wish to swim an opportunity to enjoy the crystal clear water. You may even have the opportunity to see a school of dolphins while you are out. The cruise leaves from and returns to the marina in Albufeira.

The Sea Caves tour is an all day boat tour that leaves at 10 a. M. And returns at 5:30 p. M. You will travel 40 miles down the Algarve coastline where you will see ......

The credit crunch in Europe has made it much more difficult for car rental companies to temporarily obtain additional cars for the busy periods, and the result is spiralling prices and a general car hire shortage.
If you intend renting a car in the summer months please  do  not leave it until you arrive as you may be disappointed.

 A discounted car rental reservation  service is provided by albufeira-rentals.com

If you are a UK resident, you are entitled to medical treatment that becomes necessary, at reduced cost or sometimes free, when temporarily visiting a European Union (EU) country,e.g Portugal. Only treatment provided under the state scheme is covered. However, to obtain treatment you will need to take a European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) with you. Applying For A Card The quickest way to receive your EHIC, free of charge, is to .....

Check on the weather in the Algarve region of Portugal - a weekly forecast in degrees C.